Category : Wheel Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Liebherr ➔ Model : L566 ➔
The Liebherr L566 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Liebherr's medium to large wheel loader range and is commonly used in construction, quarrying, mining, aggregate, and industrial sites. The L566 typically features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic loading system, and a front-mounted bucket for efficient cycle work. Depending on configuration, it may be equipped with different bucket sizes, tire options, and operator cab features. The model is recognized for its use in high-volume loading operations where durability, traction, and productivity are required.
Bucket
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Arm Length
9.70 ft (2.96 m)
Breakout Force
44,959.54 lbs (20,393.33 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
5.2 cu yd
Bucket Width
9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Digging Depth
4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Dimensions
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.90 ft (0.58 m)
Height
11.83 ft (3.61 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
14.40 ft (4.39 m)
Length
30.50 ft (9.30 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
30.50 ft (9.30 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Weight
52,910.00 lbs (23,999.60 kg)
Wheelbase
12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Width
10.17 ft (3.10 m)
Electrical System
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator
28/100 (V/A)
Battery
2 x 180 Ah
Starter
24/10.5 (V/HP)
Voltage
24 V V
Engine
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Air Cleaner
Dry air filter with main and safety element, pre-cleaner, service indicator on the display
Aspiration
Water-cooled with exhaust turbo charging, externally cooled exhaust gas recirculation and diesel particulate filter
Bore
4.80 in (12.19 cm)
Displacement
642.00 cu in (10,520.52 cu cm)
Engine Model
D936 A7
Fuel Injection
Electronic Common Rail high-pressure injection
Gross Power
255.00 hp (190.16 kw)
Max Torque
1,033.00 lbs ft (1,400.54 nm)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
1300 rpm
Stroke
6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Torque Measured @
1300 rpm
Hydraulic System
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
3 sec
Lower Time
3.5 sec
Max Operating Pressure
5076 psi
Pump Flow Capacity
77.00 gpm (291.45 lpm)
Pump Type
“Load-sensing” variable axial piston pump with output and flow control, and pressure cut-off in the control block
Raise Time
5.5 sec
Relief Valve Setting
4351.2 psi
Operational
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
11.60 gal (43.91 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Fuel Capacity
106.00 gal (401.21 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
35.70 gal (135.12 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
70.00 gal (264.95 l)
Operating Weight
51,035.00 lbs (23,149.12 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
10.60 gal (40.12 l)
Static Tipping Weight
34,720.00 lbs (15,748.75 kg)
Tire Size
23.5R25 L3
Transmission Fluid Capacity
3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Turning Radius
21.30 ft (6.49 m)
Transmission
Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
3
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
